Reconstructive Surgery
I knitted a swatch, decided upon the lace stitch to use, and finally switched to the second color. I did a purl row as the starting row of the gray to create a nice transition between the colors, and started on the lace. Problem #1: I’d forgotten to decide upon and swatch for a lace stitch for the center panel (I wanted it to be different). Problem #2: I botched up my half-assed attempt at working out a quickly chosen lace stitch by eye. Problem #3: I didn’t notice it was botched until 4 rows later.
Soooo, I wasn’t about to frog all of that back. I was feeling brave, and decided to knit up to the center panel, unknit four rows of the center panel stitches only, and re-knit them in the new stitch pattern of choice. It was a bit stressful, she almost didn’t make it, but it was mostly a success. I decided upon a knit/purl stitch rather than a lace stitch. I didn’t want that center panel to be stockinette when I transitioned to the lace, so I figured just a bit of texture would do it. What do you think?
A little closer so you can see my lace…
Can you figure out what the stitch pattern is? It’s a pretty commonly used pattern and has a bunch of different variations. So far I’m really pleased with it, despite the not-so-great stitch definition with this gauge. I’m really anxious to finish this and try it on. Once the lace is done I think I’m going to end with some garter stitch rows to prevent curling, and that’s that!
Lesson learned? If you screw up really bad, for heavens sake rip it out and do it right. You’ll be much happier.
Entry: Cabled Socks
Author: Beth
Time: August 25, 2008, 5:10 am
Comment: Ooo, I like. Pretty color too - what yarn are you using?
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